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Private Delphi Day Trip from Athens with Arachova & Hosios Loukas

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Stand where the ancient Greeks came to hear the Oracle of Apollo. This private day trip takes you to Delphi, the "navel of the world", plus two highlights most tours skip: the mountain village of Arachova and the Byzantine Monastery of Hosios Loukas.

Your English-speaking driver picks you up from your Athens hotel, apartment or the Piraeus cruise port in an air-conditioned Mercedes with Wi-Fi and bottled water. At Delphi you have about three hours to walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo, see the Tholos of Athena Pronaia and meet the famous bronze Charioteer in the Delphi Museum.

Then enjoy free time in stone-built Arachova on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, and visit Hosios Loukas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its golden mosaics.

Just your group, at your own pace. Drivers don't guide inside the sites. Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off at your Athens hotel, apartment or cruise port
  • Mercedes-Benz or Škoda SUV with Wi-Fi and bottled water
  • Private English-speaking driver
  • Lunch Lunch, food and drinks (optional taverna stop at your own cost)
  • Delphi archaeological site and museum
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick you up from any hotel or apartment in central Athens, or at the Piraeus cruise port. After booking, please send your hotel name, or your ship's name and all-aboard time. We'll drop you back at the same place. Airport pickup is available on request for an extra charge.

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Delphi Ancient Town

Departing from Athens we will drive through the national road to Thieves, Levadia, Distomo, and the village of Stiri to visit the 11th-century monastery of Osios Loukas which is situated on a mountainside overlooking a beautiful valley. Then we will drive towards to the beautiful village of Arachova, which is located nearby the Ski Center of Parnassos. After a wonderful scenic drive through mountains and fertile valleys, we will visit the ancient city of Delphi, visit the Oracle, navel & the center of the world, according to Greek mythology! the local museum and the local stadium. Finally, we will visit the modern village of Delphi and we will have lunch at a scenic traditional tavern. Then we will return back to Athens.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Apollo

The Ancient Greek ruins of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi date from the 4th century BC
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Delphi Archaeological Museum

The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, exhibits the history of the Delphic sanctuary, site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arachova

One of the most beautiful mountain villages in Greece. We are going to stop for an amazing Panoramic picture.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monastery of Hosios Loukas

A breathtaking location hosts the middle-byzantine period monastery of Hosios Loukas. Protected monument of UNESCO.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tholos of Athena Pronaia

The graceful round temple in the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, just below the main site and one of the most photographed views in Delphi.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Flexible Departure Times: As this is a private tour, we offer flexible starting times between 07:30 AM and 10:00 AM, subject to availability and archaeological site opening hours. Please contact us if you prefer a different pickup time.
  • This is a long day of about 9-10 hours, with roughly 2.5 hours of driving each way.
  • Expect walking on uneven, uphill paths at Delphi, so wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Delphi Day Trip from Athens with Arachova & Hosios Loukas?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Pickup and drop-off at your Athens hotel, apartment or cruise port
  • Mercedes-Benz or Škoda SUV with Wi-Fi and bottled water
  • Private English-speaking driver
  • Fuel, tolls and parking
  • Licensed guide at Delphi (guide option only)
  • LunchLunch, food and drinks (optional taverna stop at your own cost)
  • Delphi archaeological site and museum
  • Gratuities
  • Licensed guide (optional, upon request for an additional fee, subject to availability)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites and museums, so drivers wait outside.
  • Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
  • Flexible Departure Times: As this is a private tour, we offer flexible starting times between 07:30 AM and 10:00 AM, subject to availability and archaeological site opening hours. Please contact us if you prefer a different pickup time.
  • This is a long day of about 9-10 hours, with roughly 2.5 hours of driving each way.
  • Expect walking on uneven, uphill paths at Delphi, so wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection.
  • Entrance fees are paid at each site. Children and students under 18 and EU seniors often qualify for free or reduced entry.
  • Vehicle: Modern Mercedes-Benz sedan, minivan, minibus, or Škoda SUV. The vehicle type is determined by the number of passengers and is subject to availability.
  • Groups of more than 10 people: please message us through Viator before booking for a custom quote (additional vehicles available).

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